Tex Mex Turkey Burger Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 435

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often cheaper.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while American cheese is often less expensive.

salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh pico de gallo

💰Cheaper: canned salsa

Fresh pico is healthier and more flavorful, while canned salsa is budget-friendly.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole wheat buns add fiber, while white bread is often cheaper.

In a food processor, combine cilantro, green onions, garlic, jalapeno (seeds removed), and a little vegetable oil. Pulse until finely chopped.

In a large bowl, add the ground turkey and the finely chopped mixture from the food processor.

Add ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the turkey mixture.

Brush a plate with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Mix the turkey mixture until just combined, being careful not to overwork it.

Score the mixture to divide it into four equal portions and form into patties, making a dent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.

Cover the patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up.

Preheat an indoor grill pan over medium heat and brush it with vegetable oil.

Cook the patties for about 4 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through, adding a slice of pepper jack cheese on top during the last minute of cooking.

Toast the burger buns on the grill pan if desired.

Assemble the burger by placing a patty on a bun and topping with Pico de Gallo salsa.

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